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$709,235$427 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $681,750 on Jan 8, 2025

6517 FISH HATCHERY RD

THURMONT, MD 21788
2
Baths
1,662 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
7.24 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1992
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$709K
$645K low$773K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$681,750 · Jan 8, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,117 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$434,733 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$406,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$491,000

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.43
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
14
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
77
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
89
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
37
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyFREDERICK
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Shed · 200 ft²Patio · 100 ft²Porch · 60 ft²

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Lewistown Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.4 mi
M
Thurmont Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 6.2 mi
H
Catoctin High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.3 mi

District: Frederick County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 21788These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.99
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.70
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.40

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.13,706
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.202 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$96,589
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$127,499
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.57%

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How this home compares

6517 Fish Hatchery Rd measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 96% of homes in Thurmont 21788
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Thurmont 21788
  • Smaller than 73% of homes in Frederick County
  • Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in Frederick County
  • Newer than 69% of homes in Thurmont 21788

What homes are worth in Thurmont 21788

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$192K$814K

This home is worth more than 96% of homes in Thurmont 21788.

How it measures up in Thurmont 21788

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Thurmont 21788.

Estimated value$709,235
CheaperTypical $374,138Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$427
CheaperTypical $216Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,662 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,761 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Lot size7.24 ac
SmallerTypical 0.44 acBigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Year built1992
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 69% of homes nearby

How 6517 Fish Hatchery Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeThurmont 21788Frederick County
Estimated valuepricier than$709,23596% of homes83% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$427almost all homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than1,662 ft²43% of homes27% of homes
Lot sizebigger than7.24 ac91% of homes95% of homes
Year builtnewer than199269% of homes52% of homes

About 6517 Fish Hatchery Rd

How much is 6517 Fish Hatchery Rd, Thurmont, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 6517 Fish Hatchery Rd, Thurmont, MD is $709,235 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $645,099 to $773,371. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 6517 Fish Hatchery Rd, Thurmont, MD last sell?

6517 Fish Hatchery Rd, Thurmont, MD last sold on Jan 8, 2025 for $681,750, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 6517 Fish Hatchery Rd, Thurmont, MD?

6517 Fish Hatchery Rd, Thurmont, MD has 2 bathrooms and 1,662 square feet of living space.

When was 6517 Fish Hatchery Rd, Thurmont, MD built?

6517 Fish Hatchery Rd, Thurmont, MD was built in 1992, making it 34 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 6517 Fish Hatchery Rd, Thurmont, MD?

6517 Fish Hatchery Rd, Thurmont, MD is assigned to Lewistown Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Thurmont Middle School (middle), rated C+; Catoctin High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Frederick County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 6517 Fish Hatchery Rd, Thurmont, MD compare to other homes in Thurmont 21788?

Among the 4,569 homes in Thurmont 21788, it is worth more than 96% of them ($709,235 against a typical $374,138), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($427 against a typical $216), it is bigger than 43% of them (1,662 ft² against a typical 1,761 ft²), its lot is bigger than 91% of them (7.24 ac against a typical 0.44 ac) and it is newer than 69% of them (1992 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Frederick County, it is worth more than 83% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 6517 Fish Hatchery Rd, Thurmont, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 6517 Fish Hatchery Rd, Thurmont, MD was $5,117. The county assessed it at $434,733.

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